The Top 10 Valentine's Day Gifts for Every Guy, From Crushes to Husbands

The Top 10 Valentine's Day Gifts for Every Guy, From Crushes to Husbands

When it comes to Valentine's Day gifts for guys, you don't need to give a new boyfriend the same gift you'd get for a long-term love. Here's a Valentine's Day gift guide conveniently sorted by relationship stage; we make it easy to pick the perfect gift, whether it's for a hookup you want to turn into a relationship or a boyfriend you're hoping is about to put a ring on it.

Valentine's Day Gift Idea: For the Hookup You Want to Date

A cool T-shirt is always a welcome gift. It says, "I care enough to know what size you wear and what team you like," showing him you're girlfriend material without being too serious (or requiring you to spend too much money).

Valentine's Day Gift Idea: For the Hookup You Want to Date

You know how he said he couldn't stay over that time because he didn't have his phone charger? Well, this gift will put a definitive end to your wondering if it's just an excuse not to spend the night. Bonus points: Suggest he keep it at your place so you can see more of each other.

Valentine's Day Gift Idea: For the Brand-New Boyfriend

So you just made it official and you two googly-eyed lovebirds are making out all over town? Well, the ideal gift for a guy like that is a nice pair (or full set) of beer glasses and a six-pack of his favorite brew. Want to go a step further? Find him an obscure and artisanal beer he hasn't tried yet, based on one you know he likes.

Valentine's Day Gift Idea: For the Brand-New Boyfriend

If your new guy is the athletic type who always signs up for his company 5K, he'll love a heart-rate-monitor watch. Great for marathon runners, triathletes, or any guy who appreciates another techy gadget.

Valentine's Day Gift Idea: For the Going-Steady Boyfriend

Once you have the girlfriend title, a guy practically expects you to critique weigh in on his personal style. Now that you finally persuaded him to ditch those baggy jeans, take his fashion up another notch with a cool pair of casual sneaks. Be sure to marvel at how hot he looks in them and he'll probably turn you into his new personal shopper.

Valentine's Day Gift Idea: For the Going-Steady Boyfriend

Jackets can be pricey, so a vest is a nice midprice idea for a guy you've been seeing a few months or more. Gant is a label that's nearly guaranteed to appeal to any man in America, so if your guy is at all into style, he'll be wearing this vest on the regular.

Valentine's Day Gift Idea: For the Live-In Boyfriend

Sunglasses are always a good gift idea, especially if your guy doesn't have a nice pair yet. Stick to a brand like Persol or Ray-Ban if you're not sure what he'll like (you can't go wrong with an aviator or Wayfarer style).

Valentine's Day Gift Idea: For the One You Want to (or Did) Marry

A wool or leather jacket is the kind of gift that only a serious girlfriend gets. For one thing, it's a pricey purchase. For another, you need to really know your guy's style. A leather biker jacket will be his new go-to for hanging out with you (or his friends) on the weekend.